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Hello From Pennsylvania
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17 Sep 2018 17:58 #791060
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Hello there everyone. I just purchased my first street bike, a 77 KZ650C, at 41 years of age. Yes, the bike and I are the same age. I've wanted a bike since my early 20's but never got around to it until now. The bike hasn't aged quite as well as I have and it's going to need some work before I get to ride it. Professionally I'm an automotive technician so tools and mechanical ability shouldn't hold me up too much. It's a non-runner (because that's how everyone buys one cheap) but with the help of the factory repair manual and the good folks on this forum, I hope to have it up and running again soon.
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17 Sep 2018 20:00 #791069
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'78 Z1-R in blue , '78 Z1-R in black, '78 Z1-R in pieces
My dad's '74 Z1
'00 ZRX1100
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Welcome. I'm also in Pittsburgh. And my first bike was a '77 kz650 (B though), bought when I was 20.
The 650 is a great bike. It has the best low speed handling of any bike I've ridden.
Post some pictures.
The 650 is a great bike. It has the best low speed handling of any bike I've ridden.
Post some pictures.
'78 Z1-R in blue , '78 Z1-R in black, '78 Z1-R in pieces
My dad's '74 Z1
'00 ZRX1100
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17 Sep 2018 20:59 #791070
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1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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Welcome aboard! I also own a 1977 KZ650-C1, and it's always been a great bike for me ( I bought it new in April, 1977). I'm sure you will really like yours after you get it sorted out. Ed
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18 Sep 2018 09:42 #791086
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1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationTake a look at the eBay auction below. It is for the RARE Kawasaki Service Manual that includes the 1977 KZ650-C1. I own several different KZ650 manuals including one like the one listed, and the one listed is the best for the 1977 KZ650-C1. I strongly suggest you try to buy it. Ed
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18 Sep 2018 10:02 - 18 Sep 2018 15:02 #791087
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18 Sep 2018 15:10 #791100
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18 Sep 2018 17:33 #791107
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1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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That manual shows the KZ650-C1 under "Model Identification" so it should have all the info you need.
Are you aware that the Kawasaki bikes use JIS rather than Phillips screws? They look the same, but they are different and Phillips screwdrivers will not properly fit the screws; instead they will deform the screws badly. If you need more info on JIS screwdrivers and how to make them very cheaply or buy them let me know and I'll post some good info with pictures on the subject. Ed
Are you aware that the Kawasaki bikes use JIS rather than Phillips screws? They look the same, but they are different and Phillips screwdrivers will not properly fit the screws; instead they will deform the screws badly. If you need more info on JIS screwdrivers and how to make them very cheaply or buy them let me know and I'll post some good info with pictures on the subject. Ed
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18 Sep 2018 17:54 #791108
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Wow, in all my years of tinkering with machinery, I've never heard of that. I'm not afraid to admit when I don't know. Only fools do that. Becoming a member of this forum is already paying off. Thanks Ed, I'll be doing some research about JIS screws.
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18 Sep 2018 18:02 #791109
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Gpz 750 turbo The one I ride
Gpz 750 turbo Not finished
Gpz 750 turbo Not started
Gpz 550 1981
Gpz 550 1983
Bunch of other junk
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welcome Nice bike
Gpz 750 turbo The one I ride
Gpz 750 turbo Not finished
Gpz 750 turbo Not started
Gpz 550 1981
Gpz 550 1983
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18 Sep 2018 18:38 #791112
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1982 KZ1000 LTD parts donor
1981 KZ1000 LTD awaiting resurrection
2000 ZRX1100 not ridden enough
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1982 KZ1000 LTD parts donor
1981 KZ1000 LTD awaiting resurrection
2000 ZRX1100 not ridden enough
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